Animal Protection Austria Calls for Action #SaveTheSwallows

In autumn, around 7,000 barn and house martins in Austria were in distress due to a sudden cold snap. More than 1,500 volunteers helped to save the birds, Tierschutz Austria recalled on Sunday, and once again called for support and the construction of nesting aids.

Tierschutz Austria Calls for the Construction of Nesting Aids for Swallows

Now many of the birds are returning from their winter quarters and are increasingly finding fewer nesting sites due to smooth new building facades and the lack of eaves, it was stated in a press release.

The "Swallow Rescue" campaign aims to build or install nesting aids - on balconies, under eaves, or in gardens. Instructions, tips for site selection, and background information are provided online. Accompanying this, there are workshops and an online participation campaign under the hashtag #Schwalbenretten. "It doesn't take much effort - every nesting aid counts," emphasized Stephan Scheidl, shelter manager at Tierschutz Austria.

"Nesting Sites for Generations"

Swallows are also lacking necessary building materials like clay in many places, and with the decline of flying insects, their most important food source is disappearing at the same time. "Those who act now create nesting sites for generations. Swallows often return to the same nests for many years," explained Scheidl. In addition to individuals, school classes and communities can also participate.

(APA/Red)

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